Eighteen members and wives travelled under their own steam to the Peak Rail Heritage Railway situated just off the A6 near Rowsley. The railway relocated to Darley Dale from Buxton in the 1980s and by 1997 trains were operating along the three and a half mile stretch between Matlock Riverside and Rowsley South. By July … Read more
Sixteen Stumperlowe Probus members and their wives were guided around Renishaw Hall by senior curator and archivist Christeen Beevers, who had previously taught history in Sheffield. Carrie-Anne Burton, Renishaw’s visitor manager, had arranged it all, saying that Chris was the very best person to guide us – and she didn’t disappoint. What struck me, apart … Read more
Thirty-two members and wives travelled by car to The Hepworth Gallery, named after the famous sculptor Barbara Hepworth, to see the extensive permanent art collection and current temporary exhibits. Prof Paul Finan, Chair of the Leeds Probus Club, and his wife Diana were our guests for the day. David Garrett, Head of Operations and Visitor … Read more
Our Beewise Executive Travel coach, spot on time, took us on the scenic route through the Rivelin Valley, carefully avoiding the threat of Hagg Hill and on to Salts Mill. Graham Blincow organised the day beautifully, even including a pit stop on the way back. Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering an area of … Read more
Fifteen Probus members and 12 partners shared cars to arrive at Haddon Hall where we were met by our guide Kathryn Barnes, who showed us around the unique medieval fortified house, parts of which date back to King John’s time. The first mention of a house and chapel on site was in 1180 and they … Read more
Twenty-three Probus members and wives made their way to Renishaw Hall for a superb guided tour of the Hall’s renowned gardens, bookended by early refreshments and a superb sit-down buffet lunch in the Rex Whistler Room. Carrie Anne Burton, manager of the Events Office, organised the day for us, and were guided around the gardens … Read more